2000 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
